Peg bono's Blog – January 2008 Archive (4)

week #3

So our first 2 weeks went pretty well. No advertising , just word of mouth and a very thirsty downtown business crowd. Each day, except MLK day, which was slow, we have seen an increase in numbers. People are pretty grateful to have a 'real' coffeehouse in town. People also have been looking for a lunch spot, and I have to pay the bills, so on Monday we will add soup and panini to our modest menu offerings. I am trying to strike the balance , staying focused on our outstanding espresso and… Continue

Added by peg bono on January 26, 2008 at 9:00pm — No Comments

what not to do on day #3

Don't forget to order enough coffee filters. You may find yourself stealing them from your local library or hospital.

Don't get engaged in a discussion about your wonderful Nicaraguan coffee while filling the tiny bar sink on your counter.

Don't forget to add chocolate to your nice customer's mocha. It's not a mocha anymore.

Despite a couple trip ups(see above), this has been a great 3 days. The response to our little shop has been awesome. People are really…

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Added by peg bono on January 16, 2008 at 5:52pm — 2 Comments

I'm an ER nurse. I have revived people with out a pulse, given dialysis, seen amputations and death. So why am I nervous about opening the doors to my beautiful coffeehouse tomorrow? If anyone has ca…

I'm an ER nurse. I have revived people with out a pulse, given dialysis, seen amputations and death. So why am I nervous about opening the doors to my beautiful coffeehouse tomorrow? If anyone has cardiac arrest at my shop they;ll be in good hands. Just hope it's not me. Continue

Added by peg bono on January 13, 2008 at 7:51pm — 3 Comments

Next week at this time....

Well, it's 34 hours til I officially open my doors for business...for real this time., No more playing coffee shop with my 3 baristas and saying at 1:00 pm,' you guys want to call it a day? ' So I am feeling euphoric and terrified at the same time. I remember feeling like this in college, but it was so much more fun then, and a lot cheaper !

Our coffee is in, the shelves are stocked with our cafe gear, the syrups and sauces are primed, fridges full with baked goods....my baristas are…

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Added by peg bono on January 12, 2008 at 7:03pm — 2 Comments

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